Gerald Metals is one of the oldest and the world's largest commodity trading companies focused ... Position Summary: The Trading Assistant is a member of the front office trading team working ...
Gerald Metals is one of the oldest and the world's largest commodity trading companies focused ... Position Summary: The Trading Assistant is a member of the front office trading team working ...
Gerald Metals is one of the oldest and the world's largest commodity trading companies focused ... Position Summary: The Trading Assistant is a member of the front office trading team working ...
Gerald Metals is one of the oldest and the world's largest commodity trading companies focused ... Position Summary: The Trading Assistant is a member of the front office trading team working ...
Analyst Commodity
Springdale, AR · On-site
Support financial trading analytics and reporting in Enterprise systems. * Assist the Commodity Trading & Risk Management team with P&L reporting, hedge strategy development, quantitative risk ...
Analyst Commodity
Springdale, AR · On-site
Support financial trading analytics and reporting in Enterprise systems. * Assist the Commodity Trading & Risk Management team with P&L reporting, hedge strategy development, quantitative risk ...
Global Rates, Trading Assistant
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$104K - $144K/yr
Role Overview We are seeking a Trading Assistant for the CFD And Structured Notes Desk. The Desk ... credit, and commodity linked structured notes, then the Desk is responsible for daily risk ...
Global Rates, Trading Assistant
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$104K - $144K/yr
Role Overview We are seeking a Trading Assistant for the CFD And Structured Notes Desk. The Desk ... credit, and commodity linked structured notes, then the Desk is responsible for daily risk ...
Trade Assistant
New York, NY · On-site
$75K - $85K/yr
... trading markets for qualified professionals. If you have experience in commodity markets and are ... We are looking for an ambitious, hardworking individual to act as a trade assistant/operations ...
Trade Assistant
New York, NY · On-site
$75K - $85K/yr
... trading markets for qualified professionals. If you have experience in commodity markets and are ... We are looking for an ambitious, hardworking individual to act as a trade assistant/operations ...
Trade Assistant
New York, NY · On-site
$75K - $85K/yr
... trading markets for qualified professionals. If you have experience in commodity markets and are ... We are looking for an ambitious, hardworking individual to act as a trade assistant/operations ...
Trade Assistant
New York, NY · On-site
$75K - $85K/yr
... trading markets for qualified professionals. If you have experience in commodity markets and are ... We are looking for an ambitious, hardworking individual to act as a trade assistant/operations ...
Trade Assistant
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$75K - $85K/yr
... trading markets for qualified professionals. If you have experience in commodity markets and are ... We are looking for an ambitious, hardworking individual to act as a trade assistant/operations ...
Trade Assistant
Manhattan, NY · On-site
$75K - $85K/yr
... trading markets for qualified professionals. If you have experience in commodity markets and are ... We are looking for an ambitious, hardworking individual to act as a trade assistant/operations ...
Senior DevOps Engineer (Trading & Supply, Commodity Trading & Capital Markets) - Only W2
Houston, TX · On-site
$124K - $159K/yr
Role: Senior DevOps Engineer (Trading & Supply, Commodity Trading & Capital Markets) Location ... * Assist with troubleshooting and issue resolution across development, support, and technical ...
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Senior DevOps Engineer (Trading & Supply, Commodity Trading & Capital Markets) - Only W2
Houston, TX · On-site
$124K - $159K/yr
Role: Senior DevOps Engineer (Trading & Supply, Commodity Trading & Capital Markets) Location ... * Assist with troubleshooting and issue resolution across development, support, and technical ...
The position requires deep expertise in energy markets, commodity trading, and commercial contracting, with a strong understanding of upstream and midstream natural gas operations. The Assistant ...
The position requires deep expertise in energy markets, commodity trading, and commercial contracting, with a strong understanding of upstream and midstream natural gas operations. The Assistant ...
The position requires deep expertise in energy markets, commodity trading, and commercial contracting, with a strong understanding of upstream and midstream natural gas operations. The Assistant ...
The position requires deep expertise in energy markets, commodity trading, and commercial contracting, with a strong understanding of upstream and midstream natural gas operations. The Assistant ...
... * Assist with data driven projects to enhance risk performance, accuracy and insights. Your Profile ... Experience in Commodity Trading, both physical and derivative trades (preference Agricultural ...
... * Assist with data driven projects to enhance risk performance, accuracy and insights. Your Profile ... Experience in Commodity Trading, both physical and derivative trades (preference Agricultural ...
Aramco Trading Americas Commodity Trading Origination/Lead Business Developer (1986) Trading ... * Assist in the periodic review and update of policies and procedures relevant to business ...
Aramco Trading Americas Commodity Trading Origination/Lead Business Developer (1986) Trading ... * Assist in the periodic review and update of policies and procedures relevant to business ...
Broker Assistant
Bloomington, IL · On-site
Company Description Advance Trading, Inc. (ATI) is a forward thinking, non-proprietary commodity ... The Broker Assistant (BA) provides support to Commodity Trading Brokers by maintaining their ...
Broker Assistant
Bloomington, IL · On-site
Company Description Advance Trading, Inc. (ATI) is a forward thinking, non-proprietary commodity ... The Broker Assistant (BA) provides support to Commodity Trading Brokers by maintaining their ...
Company Description Advance Trading, Inc. (ATI) is a forward thinking, non-proprietary commodity ... The Broker Assistant (BA) provides support to Commodity Trading Brokers by maintaining their ...
Company Description Advance Trading, Inc. (ATI) is a forward thinking, non-proprietary commodity ... The Broker Assistant (BA) provides support to Commodity Trading Brokers by maintaining their ...
... trading and hedging activities. Other Responsibilities: * Assist in physical inventory used for ... or commodity trading environment is also preferred. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate ...
... trading and hedging activities. Other Responsibilities: * Assist in physical inventory used for ... or commodity trading environment is also preferred. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate ...
... trading and hedging activities. Other Responsibilities: * Assist in physical inventory used for ... or commodity trading environment is also preferred. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate ...
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... trading and hedging activities. Other Responsibilities: * Assist in physical inventory used for ... or commodity trading environment is also preferred. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate ...
... trading and hedging activities. Other Responsibilities: * Assist in physical inventory used for ... or commodity trading environment is also preferred. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate ...
... trading and hedging activities. Other Responsibilities: * Assist in physical inventory used for ... or commodity trading environment is also preferred. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate ...
Senior Trading Risk Manager
New York, NY · On-site
In addition to leading the risk management of commodity trades, we would expect and encourage the ... Assist the Head of Macro Trading Risks and CRO in assessing whether to approve temporarily ...
Senior Trading Risk Manager
New York, NY · On-site
In addition to leading the risk management of commodity trades, we would expect and encourage the ... Assist the Head of Macro Trading Risks and CRO in assessing whether to approve temporarily ...
As one of the world's major independent commodity trading companies, Gunvor is a market leader in ... Serve as Gunvor's representative on the RFGSA and assist in periodic training of front office and ...
As one of the world's major independent commodity trading companies, Gunvor is a market leader in ... Serve as Gunvor's representative on the RFGSA and assist in periodic training of front office and ...
Associate Trader
Coral Gables, FL · On-site
United States (US) Requisition Number : 45933 Role Purpose Statement The Assistant Trader - Dry Bulk is reponsible for assisting the traders in the commodity trading in the specific program and ...
Associate Trader
Coral Gables, FL · On-site
United States (US) Requisition Number : 45933 Role Purpose Statement The Assistant Trader - Dry Bulk is reponsible for assisting the traders in the commodity trading in the specific program and ...
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Job description
About the Company:
Gerald Metals is one of the oldest and the world's largest commodity trading companies focused purely on the merchanting of non-ferrous, ferrous, and precious metals, as well as related concentrates and raw materials. For six decades, we have distinguished ourselves as the leading market specialists in the trading of all forms of refined metals and raw materials around the world. We take pride in our well-earned reputation as a dedicated and trusted partner to top-tier miners and processors, industrial consumers, and major financial institutions.
Position Summary:The Trading Assistant is a member of the front office trading team working directly with the trader(s) to add commercial value through various support functions. This includes trade capture and validation, position reconciliation and risk monitoring, desk liaison both internally and externally, and contribute to diversified desk process improvements.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to be able to fulfill the responsibilities set out below within a reasonable time-frame (up to 6 months).
Requirements:
Employee Programs & Benefits:
We are an equal-opportunity employer. Our teams consist of professionals with diverse backgrounds and skill sets, all of which contribute to the efficacy and profitability of our operations. We take pride in our contributions in aiding developing economies, reducing carbon emissions, and in building towards a more progressive and equitable future.
Gerald Metals is one of the oldest and the world's largest commodity trading companies focused purely on the merchanting of non-ferrous, ferrous, and precious metals, as well as related concentrates and raw materials. For six decades, we have distinguished ourselves as the leading market specialists in the trading of all forms of refined metals and raw materials around the world. We take pride in our well-earned reputation as a dedicated and trusted partner to top-tier miners and processors, industrial consumers, and major financial institutions.
Position Summary:The Trading Assistant is a member of the front office trading team working directly with the trader(s) to add commercial value through various support functions. This includes trade capture and validation, position reconciliation and risk monitoring, desk liaison both internally and externally, and contribute to diversified desk process improvements.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to be able to fulfill the responsibilities set out below within a reasonable time-frame (up to 6 months).
- Trade Capture and Validation - ensure accurate entry, confirmation, and allocation of derivative transactions into risk management system utilizing order management system and rectifying any breaks.
- Position Reconciliation and Risk Monitoring - perform end of day position, P&L, and cash margin calculations. Track position limits and flag operational / settlement discrepancies.
- Desk Liaison - coordinate order flow and derivative market information with internal business stakeholders. Communicate with external counterparties to reconcile positions.
- Process Improvement - assist in testing new trading technologies, automating manual reports, and increasing desk efficiency.
Requirements:
- The successful candidate will need to be able to fulfill the requirements set out below in order to achieve, together with the proper training.
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or related field
Possess a strong work ethic and be able to learn quickly in a fast paced, high-pressure environment - Detail oriented, organized, diligent
- Experience working on a trading desk or similar fast-paced, open environment preferred
- Maintain composure and communicate clearly when under pressure
- Ability to succeed working as part of a team
- Strong interest in trading and derivative markets in particular
- Strong understanding of math, probability, and statistics
- High level of proficiency in Excel and VBA
- Proficient in Bloomberg / SQL / Python a plus
- Advanced aptitude for problem solving and multitasking
- Entrepreneurial drive and willingness to work non-traditional business hours
- Ability to work in office Monday through Friday
- Ability to travel as needed
Employee Programs & Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Saving Account
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Short- and long-term disability
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick time
We are an equal-opportunity employer. Our teams consist of professionals with diverse backgrounds and skill sets, all of which contribute to the efficacy and profitability of our operations. We take pride in our contributions in aiding developing economies, reducing carbon emissions, and in building towards a more progressive and equitable future.